13.2 ARCHER

June 25, 2016

"Can you tell me where you're going, honey?" As soon as I descended the stairs, my mother asked. She's dressed to the nines in her stunning ensemble, complete with sunglasses and a luxurious handbag slung over her arms.

"Uh… We have a group project to complete." I lied, and when I offered her my phone, she only raised an eyebrow at me before grinning warmly at me. "We'll do it at Mindy's Cafe." I lied once more.

"Hmm. You know you can't lie to me, don't you? I know you and your brother so well that I almost understand what you're thinking." She said tenderly.

I let out a sigh and cocked my head "I just need to get somewhere. Don't worry, I'm alone and won't be late for dinner." I reassured her and looked at the wall clock, which showed that it was